2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5.

20242026
Complaints
366
per 10K Sold
77.8
US Sales
47,039
Crashes
1
Fires
0
Injuries
1
Fatalities
Recalls
8

Worst 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#1177 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:4,100 mi
#252 complaints

Fuel System

#352 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5.

Electrical Faults
177
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
4,100
Fuel System
52
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
52
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
16
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
15
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Warning
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5

8 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~15,198 vehicles.

26V068000Electrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery
~27 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 IONIQ 5 and 2026 IONIQ 9 vehicles. The high voltage battery system may contain an improperly tightened bus bar, which can cause a short-circuit.

25V797000Seat Belts:front:retractor
~1,535 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 IONIQ 5 vehicles. The seat belt retractors for the driver and front passenger seats may not be securely fastened.

25V605000Suspension:critical Fasteners
~8 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 IONIQ 5 electric vehicles. Certain rear suspension alignment adjustment bolts may have been improperly tightened, which can cause a loss of vehicle stability control.

25V482000Electrical System:propulsion System:traction Battery
~10 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 IONIQ 5 vehicles. The high voltage battery system may contain an improperly tightened bus bar, which can cause a short-circuit.

25V373000Exterior Lighting:headlights
~10,409 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 vehicles. The right-side headlight may have an incorrect headlight aim label, which can result in improperly aimed headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

25V235000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:electric:control Module:software
~1,589 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 "N" vehicles equipped with left-foot braking (LFB) and N e-shift features. The integrated electronic brake (IEB) and vehicle control unit (VCU) software may cause reduced braking performance when LFB is activated. Additionally, the vehicle may continue to accelerate after the pedal is released and the vehicle's N e-shift feature is engaged.

25V064000Air Bags:side/window · Electrical System:wiring
~33 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 IONIQ 5 EV vehicles. The rear floor wiring harness may contain an open circuit, which can result in the rear side air bag not deploying as intended.

25V065000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:electric:control Module:software
~1,587 affected

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 "N" vehicles equipped with a left-foot braking (LFB) feature. The integrated electronic brake (IEB) and vehicle control unit (VCU) software may cause reduced braking performance when LFB is activated.

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2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 has 366 NHTSA complaints, 1 crash-related, and 8 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 177 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (177 complaints, avg 4,100 mi); Fuel System (52 complaints); Transmission / Drivetrain (52 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 4,100 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5?
NHTSA complaints for the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 include 1 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 1 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 have any recalls?
Yes — 8 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 15,198 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Hyundai Ioniq 5 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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